HTBAF: Spring Forward or Running Late
When: Friday, March 27, 7-9pm
Where: Open Source Gallery (306 17th St., Brooklyn, 11215)
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In honor of the time change this month, our storytellers focus on moments when timing becomes the center of the story. Whether it’s rushing to catch a bus, racing to finish something before a deadline, or arriving just moments too late, these stories revolve around the tension and unpredictability of time. A simple delay can turn an ordinary day into an unexpected adventure, filled with quick decisions, missed chances, and surprising outcomes. Some stories may end in success—barely making it in time—while others might explore what happens when things don’t go as planned. From small everyday situations to larger events where every second counts, these stories highlight how timing, pressure, and a little bit of chaos can shape the direction of a moment.
Storytellers:
Raised in Ottawa, Rose-Ingrid Benjamin (she/they) is a member of the Haitian diaspora settled in what is commonly known as Canada. She has clearly taken disappointing her Haitian mother as a calling, as she has followed the dopamine to a new career every few years. From singer to preacher to actor to writer and comedian, Rose-Ingrid has left no stone unturned as they subconsciously attempt to make up for their lack of a medical degree by collecting hyphenates. They have performed stand-up across Canada, the US and Europe, notably alongside Crystal Ferrier and Celeste Lampa on the Sweet & Salty Comedy Tour. Her other credits include Laugh Riot Grrrl Fest in Los Angeles and the Portland, Maine Comedy Festival. Her solo show, White As Snow, is opens at the New York Fringe Festival on April 7th. You can keep up with Rose-Ingrid @ ingridtherose on your surveillance platform of choice.
Saravanan “Van” Krishnamoorthy, MD, is a former physician and past faculty member at Yale and Columbia Universities who is currently pursuing a Master of Social Work (MSW). Navigating the world as a blind individual, Van is on a mission to create jobs for the blind community and leverage AI to empower marginalized voices. He serves as an advisor for disability AI organizations, including Tactile Navigation Tools (TNT). Through his storytelling, Van explores themes of self-healing, embracing his authentic self, and transmuting anger into agency. He lives in Brooklyn and can often be found practicing Mysore Ashtanga yoga.
Eric Biondo is Brooklyn based songwriter/trumpet player. Eric has performed with Antibalas, TV on the Radio, Budos Band, Yeah Yeah Yeahs, Spoon, Father John Misty, The Monkees, Angelique Kidjo, Fèla on Broadway and many more. His original band Beyondo has a monthly residency at Lowlands bar every first Monday. For more info please visit www.ericbiondo.com
Eric Vetter is the producer and host of, No Name and A Bag O’ Chips, New York City’s longest running comedy variety show, at 32 years and counting. Along with Michelle carlo, He is the co-host of, No Name Super Story Party, a monthly storytelling show at word up Community Bookshop in Washington heights. He is also the lead singer of the Sommer replacements, No names house band. They are available for parties, weddings, and other life annoyances…
How to Build a Fire is generously funded in part by the Puffin Foundation.
